Off The Wall Weddings

GETTING HITCHED? GIVE YOUR WEDDING THE WOW FACTOR AT ONE OF THESE UNIQUE AND MEMORABLE VENUES

THE DONKEY SANCTUARY

Are you an animal-lover who’s after a unique and unforgettable wedding ceremony? Look no further than the Donkey Sanctuary. It all started in 1969 with Dr Elisabeth Svendsen MBE and her first donkey, Naughty Face. Dr Svendsen worried that Naughty Face would be lonely, so she bought Angelina to keep her company. From there, Dr Svendsen’s love for donkeys kept on growing, and she built the Donkey Sanctuary into the international animal welfare charity it is today. Having recently gained their ceremony licence, the Donkey Sanctuary have helped more than 31 couples to make their dreams come true, and you and your beau could be next. The Stables, where a small group of donkeys live together in peace and harmony, are ready and waiting for you to enter their rustic world and hold your ceremony in their yard or barn. The Stables are transformed with country chic decorations to create a venue like no other, and is the perfect choice for those looking for a truly memorable day for themselves and their guests while also giving something back, as all profits go directly to supporting vital projects for donkeys in need.

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- Susan Calman’s last column (for now)
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- Why did Gayle Newland get 8 years for disguising her gender from her girlfriend?
- Wedding style special: what to wear and how to plan yours
- Disabled lesbian and bi women challenge stereotypes
- Music showcase: ones to watch from the urban underground scene
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- Trans rights campaigner Juno Roche on life as a bi trans woman with HIV
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